St George's CofE Primary School
98%
Capacity
206
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About St George's CofE Primary School
St George's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Derbyshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 206 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St George's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kim Millar, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9914th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 30 in South Derbyshire.
St George's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 19 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
St George's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 78% recommending the school (54 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St George's CofE Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Football, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Eco Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Derbyshire, St George's CofE Primary School is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Street, Swadlincote, South Derbyshire, DE11 9NP |
| Headteacher | Kim Millar |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.6% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 May 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9914th of 13,686
Nationally
948th of 1,353
In East Midlands
18th of 30
In South Derbyshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
53%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
54 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
68
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St George's CofE Primary School
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How to Choose a Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Church Street, Swadlincote
South Derbyshire, DE11 9NP
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